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Thinking of Buying the Fellowes PS-69Cb Cross-Cut Jam Blocker Shredder? Here’s our Take
The Fellowes PS-69Cb Cross-Cut Jam Blocker Shredder appears to be a solid machine with very competitive specs relative to the competition. Used properly I'm not sure why you wouldn't have this machine for quite some time. Below we break down the individual specs.


Security

At a level 3 security, this cross-cut shredder gets the job done. Although there are higher levels of security, a level 3 machine provides a sufficiently small cut size to put your identity theft worries to bed. We also like the cross-cut because it takes up much less space which means that you won't have to empty your bin as frequently as you would with a strip-cut machine. There is really no reason to jump up to a level 4 machine unless you have some ultra-sensitive documents
you need destroyed.

Continuous Motor

This shredder is rated for continuous operation. That means that theoretically you could shred all day long and the machine would not have to shut-down to cool off. Remember that results may vary under real-world operating conditions and things such as the temperature of the room will affect the ability of this motor to stay cool and continue to shred. We give this machine 2 pats on the back for being rated continuous duty and we know that you'll appreciate this feature in due time.

Bin Size

At 5 gallons, the Fellowes PS-69Cb Cross-Cut Jam Blocker Shredder is a personal/deskside machine. You won't be able to shred too much before you have to empty it, but presumably you won't be shredding that frequently. If you will, we recommend that you jump up to something with a bigger bin size.

Throat Size

With a 9 inch throat this shredder gets the job done but doesn't leave much room for error. Your paper will fit in just fine but you'll just need to make sure that it doesn't bunch up and cause problems. If you have odd sized paper, you may want to think about getting something with a larger throat.

Warranty

The Fellowes PS-69Cb Cross-Cut Jam Blocker Shredder comes with a Manufacturer's Standard Warranty. This means that you have plenty of time to test out the machine and make sure that everything is running smoothly. Just make sure to properly care for your machine and you shouldn't have any issues.

Price

The MSRP is $219 but you can find it for much less online if you look around. Don't let the price deter you until you do a little bit of comparison shopping first.

About the Manufacturer

As a global manufacturer and marketer of business machines, records storage solutions and technology accessories, Fellowes enables people to work with greater security, organization and productivity. A firm commitment to quality and innovation is our core principle. We are guided by an enduring set of values and a strong heritage. We take pride in the strong, long-tenured relationships we share with our customers and suppliers around the world. Our consumers trust the following brands and products that make up the Fellowes business: Fellowes Powershred shredders, workspace and technology accessories, media storage, binding equipment and laminating machines
. Bankers Box Records storage products and solutions. Body Glove Mobile technology accessories. NEATO Media labeling products.

Manufacturer Jargon

Designed for household or personal use. Cross-cut shredding for confidential personal and business documents. Shreds pages into 0.16" x 2" pieces. Durable cutters slice through credit cards and paper clips. 10-minute continuous run time. SafeSense® Technology keeps your hands safe! Shredder shuts off immediately if hands get too close to the opening. Includes a 5-gallon pull-out wastebasket.

So as I mentioned before, we think that the Fellowes PS-69Cb Cross-Cut Jam Blocker Shredder is a worthy competitor and deserves a second look. If you have more specific questions I didn't answer hereFree Articles, feel free to give us a call and we'd be happy to help you out. I also wanted to remind you that real-world conditions do not always produce the same results that you might expect from the listed specs. Happy Shredding!